Lexmark linux printer driver

Lexmark first to offer Linux driver for consumer inkjet printers; Linux driver will be available for the Lexmark Z52 and Z32 Color Jetprinters

Business Editors/Technology Writers

LEXINGTON, Ky.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 6, 2000

Lexmark International, Inc. (NYSE: LXK) today announced the first-ever Linux driver developed by a manufacturer for color inkjet printers. Linux users can now integrate color inkjet printing seamlessly into their computing system for simple and convenient support of consumer and SOHO based printing needs. The Lexmark offering will be available for the award-winning Lexmark Z52 Color Jetprinter and Lexmark Z32 Color Jetprinter.

Addressing the needs of the rapidly growing Linux community, the new Lexmark driver easily integrates into the Linux-based PC set-up for general purpose printing functions. The driver currently supports the following major Linux distributions: Red Hat, SuSE, and Mandrake, covering almost 70 percent of the Linux market according to analyst firm IDC.

"Lexmark is committed to making its advanced inkjet technology accessible to all types of users. This year alone, we created our first line of Mac compatible inkjets as well as offered a WebTV compatible driver. This Linux announcement is one more example of how we continue to expand our compatibility to meet the growing needs of our consumers," said Bernard Masson, president of Lexmark's Consumer Printer Division.

With its newest driver introduction, Lexmark continues its tradition of providing leading-edge print solutions. Already a leader in supporting Linux laser printing, Lexmark now offers support for Linux printing from its sub-$100 color inkjets to its top-of-the line, high-speed OptraImage multifunction devices like the OptraImage W810s.

For more detailed information on our Linux driver, please visit www.lexmark.com/printers/linuxprinters.

Availability

The Lexmark Linux driver will be available for download at no charge via the Lexmark Web site (www.lexmark.com) beginning today. For more information about Lexmark and Lexmark products, customers can visit the Lexmark Web site or call the Customer Care Center at 1-800-539-6275 (1-800-LEXMARK).

About Lexmark International

Lexmark is a leading, global developer, manufacturer and supplier of printing solutions, including laser and inkjet printers and associated supplies for offices and homes. Founded in 1991, Lexmark employs more than 11,000 people worldwide and markets its products and services in over 150 countries. Lexmark reported approximately $3.5 billion of revenue in 1999 and can be found on the Internet at www.lexmark.com.

Lexmark and Lexmark with the diamond design are trademarks of Lexmark International, Inc., registered in the U.S. and/or other countries. Accu-Feed, Color Jetprinter and OptraImage are trademarks and LexExpress is a service mark of Lexmark International, Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective holders.